FBM
Please accept my apologies - I misread your post.
Peter is obviously seeking to clarify some of the things that happened and/or things that were debriefed by his examiner during a recent IR flight check (power checks, rudder checks, when to call "established" on the ILS, calculation of DA, the addition of PEC and the selection of alternates). Obviously we only have his side of the story, and his recollection of events. The examiner hasn't and probably can't reply with his or her own version of the flight.
Nevertheless, I find it saddening that the standard response of some supposedly experienced and highly qualified pilots (and examiners?) is negative when its so easy to avoid the politics and just offer good advice. Personally I find it heartening to read about the exploits of a pilot who constantly asks questions, challenges perceived wisdom and practice and wants to understand why we do what we do.
Once again, I'm sorry for misrepresenting you in relation to the above.
BJ
Last edited by Black Jake; 22nd December 2011 at 07:29.